Paralegal Salary in Cleveland, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$56,745
Hourly Rate
$27.28
/hour
Jobs in Area
247
employed
Paralegal Salary Range in Cleveland, OH
Annual Salary Range
$36k
10th percentile
$45k
25th
$67k
75th
$83k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $36,305 | $17.45 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,447 | $21.85 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $56,745 | $27.28 |
| 75th Percentile | $66,636 | $32.04 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $82,818 | $39.82 |
| Average (Mean) | $60,836 | $29.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paralegal salary in Cleveland, OH is $56,745 per year or $27.28 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Cleveland-Elyria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Cleveland, OH Compares
vs National Average
$60,970
vs Ohio Average
$64,319
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$62,016
Cost of living in Cleveland, OH is 8.5% below the national average.
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